Dierdre Wolownick is the oldest woman to have climbed El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. She’s also a teacher, a musician, a marathon runner — and the mother of renowned rock climber Alex Honnold.
On this episode, we talk with Dierdre about what it was like raising a kid like Alex.
We discuss her efforts to keep Alex safe as a child, without stifling his love for climbing. We talk about the difference between risk and consequence. And we explore Dierdre’s own journey to becoming a climber, and how learning about her son’s passion changed their relationship.
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A Series of Unlikely Events
Under the Radar
Different Shades of Fear
Resilience Through Diversity
The Tools to Thrive
Black and Outdoorsy
The Sweetness of Suffering
Acceptance
Becoming Better Allies
Birding While Black
Vanlife and COVID
Beginners
Going It Alone
BONUS: A Sneak Peak at our Live Show
Coping with Cancelled Dreams
Lessons from the Trail
My Childhood Tribe
For the Greater Good
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